27 Operator's Manual.. - Marlow-Hunter, LLC
27 Operator's Manual.. - Marlow-Hunter, LLC
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oat.<br />
* Fill the fuel tanks with treated fuel to prevent condensation.<br />
If you use a stabilizer or conditioner, be sure to<br />
follow the instructions on the container.<br />
Important: Do not overfill fuel tanks so fuel flows from the vent.<br />
Allow room in the tanks for fuel to expand.<br />
** Prepare the Engines for Storage:<br />
* In areas where temperatures fall below freezing, the<br />
bilge area under the engines must be pumped out and<br />
sponged completely dry. Check for areas that do not<br />
drain to the pumps. Drain mufflers.<br />
Note: Refer to the engine owner’s manual for winterization and<br />
storage procedures.<br />
** Prepare the Batteries for Storage:<br />
* Be sure main battery breakers are off.<br />
* Remove batteries from boat and store in area where<br />
temperatures remain above freezing.<br />
* Place batteries on a wooden pallet or bench.<br />
* Keep batteries charged. Check electrolyte levels regularly.<br />
Add electrolyte if needed.<br />
** Prepare Holding Tank<br />
* Empty and rinse holding tank until tank is clean.<br />
* Close head intake seacock and remove hose.<br />
* Pour the nontoxic antifreeze into the head and keep<br />
flushing the head until the antifreeze reaches the holding<br />
tank.<br />
* If your boat has a macerator discharge and the boat<br />
is removed from the water, run the macerator pump long<br />
enough for antifreeze to run through the pump and the<br />
lines.<br />
* Remove drain plug from seacock while valve is closed.<br />
Allow line to drain. Replace drain plug.<br />
** Prepare the Fresh Water System:<br />
* Remove the fresh water supply by opening the hot and<br />
cold faucets in the galley for 10 minute intervals. Repeat<br />
until the fresh water tank is empty.<br />
<strong>Hunter</strong> <strong>27</strong> • Maintenance<br />
14.9<br />
* Open all faucets: galley, shower, cockpit shower, etc.<br />
* Drain the water heater. Disconnect lines from the<br />
engine heat exchanger (if equipped). Drain exchanger<br />
and lines.<br />
* Remove hot and cold water lines and hook them<br />
together.<br />
* Remove inlet hose from tank and insert it into a container<br />
of nontoxic antifreeze. Turn pump on. Starting<br />
at faucet furthest from pump, open all faucets until antifreeze<br />
flows out.<br />
* Turn off pump and reconnect hose to water heater and<br />
pump.<br />
* Remove seacock drain plugs to prevent damage from<br />
freezing. Close all seacocks.<br />
** Prepare Interior of Boat for Storage:<br />
* To keep mildew from forming, remove all items that will<br />
hold moisture ( PFD’s, towels, blankets, clothing, canvas,<br />
etc.).<br />
* Make sure all garbage is removed.<br />
* Scrub the inside of the boat. Clean cabinets, drawers,<br />
and cupboards. Allow cabin area to dry and air for at<br />
least one day if possible.<br />
* Stand or prop up mattresses and cushions remaining<br />
on board to allow good air circulation around them. Hang<br />
life preserver and other equipment to prevent mildew.<br />
* Remove any detachable and valuable equipment and<br />
electronics.<br />
** Prepare Exterior of Boat for Storage:<br />
* Sand the hull bottom and apply at least one coat of<br />
anti-fouling paint.<br />
Note: This coat of paint must be applied during winterization or<br />
before the beginning of a new boating season. Check with your<br />
dealer for information about the paint you should use.<br />
* Apply a coat of wax to the entire boat. Put rust inhibitor<br />
on all metal parts.<br />
* Cover the boat with a tarpaulin or mooring cover. If the<br />
boat is stored outside, you may need to place supports